Stellaria nepalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nepalensis
ID:
1238771
Status:
valid
Authors:
Majumdar & Vartak
Source:
tro
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
J. Indian Bot. Soc. 50: 215 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238109
Common Names
- Stellaria Nepalensis
- Nepalese Stellaria
- Nepalese Starwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stellaria nepalensis (also called Nepalese starwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is an annual herb with a stem that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Nepal and is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Stellaria nepalensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stellaria nepalensis are white in color and have 5 petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stellaria nepalensis is a perennial plant native to Nepal. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a potting mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Stellaria nepalensis
Stellaria nepalensis can be found in Nepal, India, and Bhutan.
Stellaria nepalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stellaria nepalensis?
Stellaria nepalensis
What is the habitat of Stellaria nepalensis?
It is found in moist meadows and grasslands in temperate regions.
What is the flowering period of Stellaria nepalensis?
It flowers from May to August.
Species in the Stellaria genus
Stellaria crassipes, Stellaria cuspidata, Stellaria elatinoides, Stellaria dichotoma, Stellaria bungeana, Stellaria crassifolia, Stellaria fennica, Stellaria humifusa, Stellaria hebecalyx, Stellaria holostea, Stellaria media, Stellaria longifolia, Stellaria longipes, Stellaria mannii, Stellaria graminea, Stellaria aquatica, Stellaria irazuensis, Stellaria pubera, Stellaria palustris, Stellaria nemorum, Stellaria neglecta, Stellaria ovata, Stellaria pallida, Stellaria obtusa, Stellaria venezuelana, Stellaria uliginosa, Stellaria umbellata, Stellaria recurvata, Stellaria gyangtseensis, Stellaria dianthifolia, Stellaria arisanensis, Stellaria infracta, Stellaria antoniana, Stellaria cryptopetala, Stellaria pedersenii, Stellaria weddellii, Stellaria aphanantha, Stellaria nepalensis, Stellaria wushanensis, Stellaria vestita, Stellaria chinensis, Stellaria petiolaris, Stellaria lanipes, Stellaria gyirongensis, Stellaria zangnanensis, Stellaria tibetica, Stellaria lanata, Stellaria patens, Stellaria henryi, Stellaria pusilla,
Species in the Caryophyllaceae family
Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50097740: Based on the initial data import
Nimai Chandra Majumdar (1932-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Majumdar' in the authors string.
Vaman Dattatraya Vartak (1925-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vartak' in the authors string.